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Otzi Revisited
Dharma:
And at least this gives his family some type of closure.
JackCrafty:
In all seriousness, I tend to believe the findings that heart disease is due mostly to genetics. That's probably why so many studies show contradictory findings as far a diet goes.
The trick is to find what CURES the heart disease in some populations. That would be of GREAT interest to the pharmaceutical companies.
Olanigw (Pekane):
Well, My old man made it through 4 heart attacks before we figured out what was really causing them.
Gluten sensitivity, and a liver that refuses to stop making very low density lipids (VLDL's) with any dietary sugar or starch.
His immune system goes nuts when it encounters wheat proteins and inflames the arteries. Over time, that inflamation results in atherosclerosis. plaque builds, breaks off and heart attack.
The Heart Association really effed up when they decided to base their policy and advice on the top of a very, very shallow bell curve.
Dharma:
"Hi, I'm Otzi! Being diagnosed with a possible heart disease came as a real blow to me. I had always tried to manage my stress levels, maintain an active lifestyle, and eat a healthy, balanced diet. Yet, my village shaman looked into the ashes of his fire and saw that I had the genetic traits of heart disease. I was deeply concerned. How could I enjoy my quality of life with such a risk? But, luckily for me, there was Oakgallcor, the groundbreaking new heart medicine to manage today's rising risks from heart disease. Oakgallcor fights heart disease and allows me to live life to the fullest, free from anxiety and worry. I know what you're thinking: "How can a tiny little pill work such wonders?" Well, I used to think the same thing. But then I tried it and noticed a measureable difference in my life. Once again, I can enjoy burnt barley pancakes and wild grass seed gruel without concerns about what they might be doing to my arteries. Ask your village shaman if Oakgallcor is right for you."
"Ask your village shaman about Oakgallcor. Side effects may include severe nausea, explosive flatulence, frequent urination, a desire to walk about in blizzards, pelvic inflammation, blinding headaches, and being shot by arrows from rival tribes or even your own."
JackCrafty:
Interesting discussion!
Most people will die of heart disease. And the greatest factor contributing to heart disease is age. But a change to a mostly fruit/vegetable diet as they age allows people to live longer but they will still probably die of heart disease. So what does all this mean? It think it's pretty clear that people in general are genetically predisposed to heart disease. It's strange how some people are surprised when genetics are mentioned as a cause for heart attacks.
Anyway, I see that there is definitely a benefit to dropping sugar and increasing fiber in my diet. The hard part is dealing with being gassy and craving donuts all the time. ;D
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